How to Bathe and Dry Off With Only One Towel / Sarong

 
Flickr Photo Credit: Wizan
I guess it’s been so long since I used more than one linen to bathe with, I’d forgotten that some people truly don’t know how to do this. I was remeinded a couple of years ago when we had a visitor who was clearly stressed out by the process.

How to Take a Shower in Sixty Seconds or Less

 
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Due to an extremely small water heater and the fact that our ground water is the same temperature as the lake (a degree or two above freezing), we have developed this technique for shower survival. It’s also a handy strategy to use on the road: desert camps with limited water supply tanks, […]

Carving Out the Cash: Degrees of Separation

 
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We’ve all heard about the idea of degrees of separation when it comes to how far removed we are from knowing a particular person. For example, you have a friend who’s aunt works on a committe along with a specific public figure . . . something along those lines. But have you […]

Hair Care On the Road

 
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How do you keep your hair in decent condition on a long term trip? How do you ensure the product quality when you have no idea what the local pharmacy will carry? Here are some tips I picked up on the road and used during our recent around the world trip:

Travel Tip: The Ultimate Vest

 
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Looking for the ultimate travel vest? Believe it or not, you may want to check the sporting goods department.

Travel Tip: The Headscarf Saves the Day

 
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Lots of you have let me know how you use your trusty sarong for as many things as I do. However, carrying a head scarf in certain areas of the world can be equally as versatile.

Travel Tip: The Flexibility of the Flexible Cutting Board

 
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I recently read an article on how to always be prepared for a picnic on the road. I nearly ignored the piece, but then thought better of it.

Travel Tip: Dryer Sheet Aroma Therapy

 
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Those of you who have been forced to carry dirty or damp laundry in a small pack for a few days know first hand just how disgusting it can start to smell. A really interesting tip I heard recently?

Travel Tip: The Rubber Door Wedge

 
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These things are small, cheap and take up very little room in your luggage.

Travel Tip: Snagging the Hotel’s Business Card

 
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While it’s nice to have the contact information for a future visit or online travel review, this tip is more about making things more convenient for you in the developing world.